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June 12 at 7:29am

Happy California State Parks Week! You're invited to explore new experiences, nourish your well-being, support climate resilience, celebrate community and culture, and care for our shared land through our wonderful California State Parks. Here are some local events:

🌸Lake Tahoe’s... See More

Happy California State Parks Week! You're invited to explore new experiences, nourish your well-being, support climate resilience, celebrate... See More

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Sierra State Parks Foundation

May 22 at 3:44pm

Legacy Day is Back! Join us at Donner Memorial State Park for the third annual Legacy Day — a free, family-friendly celebration honoring the cultural and natural history of this incredible land.

🗓️ June 21st, 11 am-4 pm
🎶 Live music
🌭 Big Blue Q food truck
🚶‍♂️ Guided... See More

Legacy Day is Back! Join us at Donner Memorial State Park for the third annual Legacy Day — a free, family-friendly celebration honoring the... See More

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Sierra State Parks Foundation

May 12 at 6:05pm

☀️ Have you planned your Tahoe summer yet? We've got you covered! Tickets are now live for our one-of-a-kind summer events—think full moon kayaking, live jazz, bluegrass concerts, and even history talks aboard a yacht. 🌊🎶

Best of all, every event supports our beautiful Tahoe parks.... See More

☀️ Have you planned your Tahoe summer yet? We've got you covered! Tickets are now live for our one-of-a-kind summer events—think full moon... See More

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Sierra State Parks Foundation

May 2 at 10:35am

Did you know that over $13M were raised for local nonprofits during Big Day of Giving last year?
This is your opportunity to be included in that number and to show your love for our parks. This year, your donation will support The Donner Project, providing funding for reflective... See More

Did you know that over $13M were raised for local nonprofits during Big Day of Giving last year?
This is your opportunity to be included in... See More

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Sierra State Parks Foundation

April 24 at 3:29pm

Seeking TLC for Donner!
Now that the 100+ year old Pioneer Monument has been fully restored, we're moving into Phase Two—and we need your help!

This Big Day of Giving, help us:
🌿 Improve ADA-accessible walking paths
🛑 Protect the monument from wear
👥 Create... See More

Seeking TLC for Donner!
Now that the 100+ year old Pioneer Monument has been fully restored, we're moving into Phase Two—and we need... See More

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Sierra State Parks Foundation

April 21 at 12:12pm

Come say hi and celebrate Earth Day at these local festivals:

🌱South Lake Tahoe Earth Day - April 19
🌱Palisades Tahoe Earth Day - April 26
🌱Washoe Earth Day - May 3

Join @takecaretahoe in this year's Earth Week Challenge, too! Complete one activity each day of... See More

Come say hi and celebrate Earth Day at these local festivals:

🌱South Lake Tahoe Earth Day - April 19
🌱Palisades Tahoe Earth Day -... See More

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Sierra State Parks Foundation

April 10 at 2:21pm

Big news for Emerald Bay! Vikingsholm Castle is getting a major restoration in summer 2025 to preserve its historic charm. While some areas around the building will be closed, tours will still be offered starting Memorial Day weekend. Work will focus on stabilizing the turret, chimneys, and... See More

Big news for Emerald Bay! Vikingsholm Castle is getting a major restoration in summer 2025 to preserve its historic charm. While some areas around... See More

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Sierra State Parks Foundation

April 9 at 4:46pm

🚨 Exciting news from The Donner Project!

We’re moving into Phase Two: enhancing the landscape around the restored Pioneer Monument — with improved trails, ADA access, native plants, and educational gathering areas.

With support from the Native Sons of the Golden West and generous... See More

🚨 Exciting news from The Donner Project!

We’re moving into Phase Two: enhancing the landscape around the restored Pioneer Monument — with... See More

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Sierra State Parks Foundation

March 31 at 5:59am

Don't miss the last full moon snowshoe tour of the year. April's full moon is called the Pink Moon* because it comes from the bloom of ground phlox, a pink flower common in North America, and other early spring wildflowers.

The pink moon isn't just about making room for... See More

Don't miss the last full moon snowshoe tour of the year. April's full moon is called the Pink Moon* because it comes from the bloom of... See More

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Sierra State Parks Foundation

March 24 at 6:14am

Tour Vikingsholm Castle This Summer!

In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re celebrating Lora Josephine Knight, the visionary behind Vikingsholm Castle in Emerald Bay. Inspired by Scandinavian architecture, she built this stunning summer home in 1929, where she hosted guests for 15... See More

Tour Vikingsholm Castle This Summer!

In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re celebrating Lora Josephine Knight, the visionary behind... See More